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North Valley Chorale Announces 2010 - 2011 Season
Singers Welcome!!
The North Valley Chorale (NVC), a voluntary, non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural, musical and social enrichment of Metropolitan Phoenix and its surrounding communities, is pleased to announce openings for new singers for its upcoming 2010-2011 concert season and community outreach projects. Singers ages 18+ are invited to contact Eleanor Johnson, Artistic Director, at 602 992-7095 about joining the Chorale. Ability to read music is a bonus but not a requirement. The season kicks off with a choir social/workshop to be held at the Phoenix Boys Choir building, 1131 East Missouri Ave. in Phoenix, on Saturday, August 14th, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Send us an email
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if you are interested in more information. This year's season will include three concerts: Rejoice! J.S. Bach’s “Magnificat” plus some of your favorite holiday songs December 4th, 7:00 pm, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Phoenix.
That’s Entertainment! - Great songs from great shows!! March 4th or March 5th, 7:00 pm, Steele Memorial Hall, Phoenix.
Peace Offerings - Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem, accompanied by psalms, songs and poems of peace May 7th, 7:00 pm, Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Phoenix.
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The North Valley Chorale serves all segments of our community by providing affordable and accessible performances of choral music from many traditions, eras, and cultures. The NVC seeks, recruits, and integrates a diverse and committed set of vocal talent into their membership. For those interested in participating in the upcoming season, as a singer or patron, please contact the artistic director--Eleanor Johnson at 602-992-7095 for more information. North Valley Chorale Delights with "From Broadway, With Love" Concert The North Valley Chorale presented "From Broadway, With Love" Saturday February 13 at Steele Memorial Hall. The event started with a silent auction with items worth over $14,000 available to the highest bidder. The concert itself contained Broadway favorites from Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Music Man, West Side Story and others. Videos taken by a member of the audience have been posted on YouTube and are shown here: As part of their social outreach program, the NVC also presented a special performance of "From Broadway, With Love" for senior groups on Sunday February 14 St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.
North Valley Chorale Opens Season with "An American Tribute" (Phoenix, Arizona - November 21, 2009) The Prayer of the Children Thanks Be to God God Bless the USA! The North Valley Chorale presented the opening concert for its first full season on Saturday, November 21st, 7:00 pm at Steele Memorial Hall in Phoenix. “An American Tribute” was a selection of patriotic songs in a tribute to our troops and veterans combined with some of the treasured and traditional songs that celebrate our country at this time of Thanksgiving. An appreciative audience filled the hall with singing and applause. The videos above were posted to YouTube by an audience member. Although they are not "professional" videos, they certainly capture the sound and spirit of the evening. The Chorale’s mission includes social outreach and giving back to the community. On Sunday, November 8th, they gave a special performance of their concert at the Arizona State Veteran’s Home. The choir gathered contributions to make donations to the veterans, including a check for $300. “We believe that sharing our gifts and giving back to the community is an important part of what our choir is all about” shares Kelly Johnson, board member and Social Outreach Coordinator. The Chorale has a program that has included donating a percentage of ticket sales to St. Vincent de Paul, donating items to inner city schools, singing at Christmas time for the UMOM New Day Shelter and singing at Glendale Glitters. This year's season will also include two more concerts in 2010 - Saturday, February 13th “From Broadway, With Love”, and Sunday, May 2nd “Viva Vivaldi” with the Four Seasons Orchestra. Details are available at Tickets. The North Valley Chorale is a voluntary, non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural, musical, and social enrichment of Metropolitan Phoenix and its surrounding communities. The Chorale serves all segments of the community by providing affordable and accessible performances of choral music from many traditions, eras, and cultures. The Chorale seeks, recruits, and integrates a diverse and committed set of vocal talent into their membership. Anyone interested in participating, as a singer or patron, should visit the website at www.northvalleychorale.org or contact the Artistic Director--Eleanor Johnson - at 602-992-7095 for more information. |
